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FSU's Season ends with loss to Alabama

FSU players John Nogowski, Ladson Montgomery and D. J.Stewart sat emotionally drained after their ninth inning rally fell just short to end their season on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season.

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FSU players John Nogowski, Ladson Montgomery and D. J.Stewart sat emotionally drained after their ninth inning rally fell just short to end their season on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Down six runs and with his entire season on the line, FSU's John Nogowski's body language gives little hope for a rally in the ninth. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU closer Jameis Winston came in to qwell any Alabama threats on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

With his rally cap worn sideways on his head, Alec Byrd tries to rally his teammates to victory in the ninth inning. It almost worked. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

After blasting a home run to open the scoring for Alabama on Saturday, Alabama's Mikey White is all smiles as he gets congratulations from his teammates. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Jameis Winston tries to console a distraught Ladson Montgomery on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

An emotional and exhausted D.J.Stewart returns to the dugout after FSU's rally fell one run short on Saturday, ending his season. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Jameis Winston embraces his teary-eyed teammate Justin Gonzalez after Saturday's emotional loss. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

With two outs and the bases loaded, FSU slugger D.J. Stewart rapped a single to drive in two runs. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Florida State players including John Nogowski (kneeling) and Jose Brizuela (left) took Saturday's loss hard after their ninth inning rally came up just short. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Jameis Winston tries to console a teary-eyed Justin Gonzalez after FSU's emotional loss on Saturday. It was Gonzalez's last game as a Seminole. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Head coach Mike Martin and football coach Jimbo Fisher talk before Saturday's game at Howser Stadium. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Pitcher Gage Smith and his Seminole teammates bow their heads during the playing of the National Anthem on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Justin Gonzalez and his teammates gather around Coach Mike Martin before the game. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Associated Press photographer Steve Cannon came prepared to battle the hot temps on the field on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Alabama's Wade Wass wipes the sweat off his forehead before getting into the batter's box on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU slugger D.J.Stewart rips into a fast ball on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Trying anything to get on base, FSU's Josh Delph pops up a bunt attempt on Saturday.The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Head coach Mike Martin gives batter Jose Brizuela some instructions before stepping into the batter's box. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Starting pitche Luke Weaver gave up just one earned run on Saturday, but took the hard luck loss to Alabama. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU first baseman John Nogowski stretches to double up a sliding Chance Vincent on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Jose Brizuela tried to bunt for a base hit but was thrown out on a close play at first. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU speedster Ben DeLuzio just beat the rap at second base on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU's John Nogowski singles to start a rally on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Alec Byrd (right) and another teammate put on their rally caps in the ninth inning to rally their teammates. It almost worked. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Captain Justin Gonzalez embraced his teammates after their season ending loss on Saturday to let them know how much of a family they had become to him. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Their season over, FSU players John Nogowski (left) and Ladson Montgomery try to gather their emotions before heading into the locker room after a ninth inning rally fell just short on Saturday7. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Head coach Mike Martin and football coach Jimbo Fisher share some thoughts before Saturday's game. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

Josh Delph tries to gather his emotions after Saturday's season ending heartbreaker to Alabama. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

An emotional and exhausted D. J. Stewart gathers his emotions as he rests on the bench following a tough loss to Alabama on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

FSU catcher Dally De La Calle waits for the throw as Alabama's Mikey White races home to score. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat

After knocking in two runs with a double, an Alabama player cheers from the second base bag on Saturday. The Florida State Seminoles lost a heartbreaker to Alabama on Saturday afternoon, 6-5. Trailing 6-0 and going into the ninth inning with just 4 hits, the Seminoles scratched, clawed and fought their way back. The loss end FSU's season. Mike Ewen/Democrat